Male Name
Randolf
ˈɹæn.ˌdɔlf
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
animals
canines
currently out of the US top 1000
defence
fauna
isograms
Shining characters
wolf
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
55/100
classic175%
mature175%
formal160%
upper class120%
strong160%
strange100%
complex65%
serious140%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Randolph originates from the Old German elements 'rant', meaning 'rim (of a shield)', and 'wolf', meaning 'wolf'. It was brought to England by the Normans, where it coexisted with the Old Norse cognate Randúlfr, introduced by Scandinavian settlers. The name became rare after the Middle Ages but saw a revival in the 18th century, often spelled as Randolph.
Etymology
Original Form:
Randolf
Evolution:
From Old German 'rant' and 'wolf' to Old Norse 'Randúlfr', then to modern English 'Randolph'.
Source:
Historical linguistics and name etymology studies.